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fishing pole

American  

noun

  • fishing poles
    plural
  1. a long, slender rod of wood or other material with a line and hook fastened to one end for use in catching fish.


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Etymology

Origin of fishing pole

An Americanism dating back to 1785–95

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Now that the season is over, Bochy is sure his actual grandson will be waiting for him at home outside Nashville — with a fishing pole.

From Seattle Times Nov. 2, 2023

The standard model can be modified with options to tilt the seat, recline the back and elevate the legs, as well as to add holders for a fishing pole, a drink and an umbrella.

From New York Times Jun. 7, 2023

A coach in a gray sweater held what looks like a fishing pole attached to a harness worn by a young skater who attempted a triple-toe loop.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 11, 2022

If you grab your fishing pole and head to a river in Montana’s Rocky Mountains, you may easily make a catch.

From Washington Post Jan. 7, 2022

People would come up the path to the house with bags of fresh-caught shrimp or a bushel of snapping blue crabs or a few whiting just off the fishing pole.

From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce

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